کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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324021 | 540869 | 2011 | 4 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
This study examined if the prosocial effects of oxytocin (OT) extend from individuals to a generalized other who is in need. Participants played a series of economic games to earn money and were presented with an opportunity to donate a portion of their earnings to charity. OT did not significantly increase the decision to donate, but among the 36% of participants who did donate, people infused with OT were found to donate 48% more to charity than those given a placebo. The amount of money earned in the experiment had no effect on whether or not a donation was made or the size of a donation. This is the first study showing that OT increases generosity in unilateral exchanges directed toward philanthropic social institutions, as opposed to immediate benefits directed at individuals or groups.
Research highlights
► Amount of earnings does not affect monetary donations.
► Oxytocin increases size of monetary donations.
► Oxytocin preferentially increased donations for ingroup charities.
Journal: Hormones and Behavior - Volume 60, Issue 2, July 2011, Pages 148–151